The latest corruption case was dismissed two weeks ago because of alleged political interference.

VOA: standard.2009.04.25

and he says he has "paid a heavy price." The Olmert case is one of several recent corruption scandals that have toppled senior officials.

VOA: standard.2009.09.25

Currently, some ministers including PM Thinley has been involved in some corruption case and misuse of Govt money.

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Mr Faisal's death is the latest twist in the long-running corruption case against Mr Ashraf, our correspondent says.

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In February a court threw out a corruption case against him after the statute of limitations had expired.

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